You can turn an easy walk into total body exercise with the addition of specially designed walking poles. We talk with the Madison inventor who started this fitness program over 30 years ago and find out how you can add it to your routine.

Using walking to get a full body workout

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A Green Bay-area couple share their long-distance adventures riding a bicycle built for two. Then, a Lake Mills bike shop owner prefers to fix and sell used bikes to regular folks “to break down the barriers between our butts and our bikes.”

Intro to tandem bicycling; A bike shop for ‘non-cyclists’

We talk with two scientists from Wisconsin Green Fire about a study on large bird mortality and injury. Then, we move to the basics of backyard chickens with a farmer from Northwest Wisconsin.

Looking after Wisconsin’s large, non-hunted birds; Starting a backyard chicken coop

It’s natural for dogs to bark, but there comes a point when constant, aggravated barking is a nuisance for humans and a sign of concern for the dog. One of our favorite veterinarians is back to share how to help a dog that barks too much.

Pet care: What to do when your dog won’t stop barking

First, we talk about ENERGY STAR, a program that can help you conserve and save money at home. Then, we hear updates about a Wisconsin-based clean energy initiative.

Sustainable energy at home and in the community

Many people are interested in lawns that feed pollinators. We talk with a turf expert about the latest research on non-grass alternatives and answer your lawn care questions.

Using walking to get a full body workout

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